Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Associate Attorney - Education Law
Location : St. Louis or Edwardsville
Salary / Payrate : $$85,000 to $105,000, depending on years of experience
Work Environment : Hybrid
Term : Permanent / Fulltime
Bachelor’s degree required : Yes
Juris Doctrine : Yes
Law Licenses : Yes, in the state of Missouri or Illinois
Referral Fee : AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired
- Must have a bar license in the state of Missouri or Illinois
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Our client seeks an associate level attorney for its education law and litigation practices in the Clayton, MO office. The firm prides itself on providing the highest quality legal services at accessible rates to public and private schools, colleges, and universities across the region.
Responsibilities
Collaborating with partners and senior attorneys on litigation and client counseling matters involving employment matters, investigations, student discipline, special education, and much moreProblem solving day-to-day issues with public and private education institutionsPerforming legal researchDrafting pleadings and motionsDrafting / reviewing / responding to discovery requestsResponding to administrative agency complaintsAssist with client training and professional developmentQualifications :
Missouri license requiredAdditional Illinois license preferred2-5 years of experienceInterest and / or experience in education law, employment law, and public sector lawExceptional research and writing skillsAbility to develop and present well-reasoned legal argumentsStrong interpersonal skillsExcellent communication skills (both written and oral)Aptitude for public speakingAbility to manage and prioritize multiple projectsStrong work ethicCompensation & Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience.Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k).